1. Explain how an observation leads to a hypothesis.
2. Define the term Independent Variable.
3. Define the term Dependent Variable.
4. How many independent variables should be included in an experiment? Why?
5. What is the correct problem statement for this exercise?
6. What are the 7 facts you gathered in researching the problem?
7. For this research question what is the Dependent Variable?
8. List all the variables which may affect your research question.
9. List the three variables you will evaluate to answer your research question.
10. Explain which portions of the scientific method you used in this experiment. Provide examples from the lab exercise supporting your answer.
11. Does your data allow you to answer your research question? Why or Why not?
12. Do you think your results would be true for all cricket populations in the world? Why or why not?